This movie is probably already on the must-see list for several students in your ministry. Check out a review from fellow youth worker Todd Pearage, writing for the Source for Youth Ministry.
Archive for October, 2008
Basic Principles for Adult Leaders
5 QUICK AND BASIC PRINCIPLES FOR ADULT LEADERS (PDYM Community)
1) Pink on Pink, Blue on Blue
2) Request, Reseat, Remove
3) Show up early, stay late
4) Partner with the parents
5) Ask 6 questions
Why We Do This Thing Called Youth Ministry
Great post from my blogger-friend, Brian Eberly, today featuring a letter from a former student… a must read and a fabulous reminder of why we do this thing called youth ministry.
Andrew Marin on YS Podcast 010
Was really kicked in the pants by the Andrew Marin’s thoughts about the prayers of those called to lead. It’s the last thing on the YS podcast this week. Give it a listen…
Andrew is president and founder of The Marin Foundation, a organization created to build bridges between the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender (GLBT) and religious communities through scientific research, and Biblical and social education. He has been published in academic research journals, been featured in national media publications, and appeared on various TV and national radio programs.
Remedy Drive Concert
Just a reminder about this weekend’s concert with Remedy Drive. Details and the event poster are available for download here (click on the graphic below)…
Online Youth Ministry 101: Lifeway
Lifeway just posted a good entry-level article for youth workers wanting to ease their way into student Internet ministry. They list four free tools/site recommendations for connecting with students online. Definitely worth the quick read.
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Greater Things Are Yet to Come
I just received word from a friend that another Rapid City student — this one in the 9th grade academy — took their own life. Another friend, upon hearing the news, commented, “there’s still much to be done in Rapid City…” It made me think of this song by Bluetree…
Please pray.
Red Ribbon Event with Angel Dean
What a fun night @ the Elks! Angel Dean and the student-leaders who shared last night hit it a home run “fo-sho”. Check out the video highlights…
Thanks to Bald Bob from 97.9 the Point for coordinating this year’s event. You did an incredible job.
Training in the Art of Reading
A quick article from Mark DeVries about the art of reading in youth ministry…
But the few youth leaders I’ve met who know how to catalyze and navigate strategic change tend to have one odd quality in common: They are readers.
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We Need Each Other Tour
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